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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Mountain Iron - Updated Nov 2026

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JP Sitework
4.6(
16
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Mountain Iron, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Called for a quote on a property we were considering purchasing. We not only got a reasonable general quote, but also incredibly helpful information about the area and the project we were considering. We will be contacting them again if we find the right property."
My jobs
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+7

Response time8 hrs
Response rate97%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Boulder Creek Outdoor Living
5.0(
5
)
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Mountain Iron, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"He came on time and it seemed as if the work I needed was important to get to quickly. He also did the work the way it was best required. I had talked to others previously who wanted to exaggerate the project's time and needed work. He didn't. He knew just what had to be done and did it proficiently. They did a good job,"
Breezy Project
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Natural Elements Project
Breezy Project

+17

Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Up North Clearing LLC
5.0(
4
)
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Mountain Iron, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"An excellent job was done. I would easily hire them again."
Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Skyline Contractors
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Mountain Iron, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Located in Duluth Minnesota, Skyline Contractors offers services from general dirt work, driveways, land clearing, digging ponds, shoreline restoration, retaining walls, building pads, utilities, etc. we also do snow removal and plowing, as well as sanding for both commercial and residential. Although our main office is located in Duluth, we offer our services throughout Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin and Upper Michigan.

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SFC Terrain Works
5.0(
7
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Mountain Iron, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired SFCterrainworks to remove several large trees and to remove a large brush pile. Excellent work all around! Very considerate through every step and very competitive pricing. I have used other contractors in the past for comparison. I highly recommend SFCTerrainworks."
Sand piles
Spread and compacted
Powerrake attachment
After Compaction.
Gravel driveway TLC.

+2

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
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B&M Tree & Stump Removal
4.7(
11
)
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Mountain Iron, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great, professional company to work with. Had a few equipment problems along the way, but they handled it well and it didn t stop them from completing the task within budget and on time. Very pleased."
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Response time4 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Heyer Grounds LLC
5.0(
2
)
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Mountain Iron, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had Jordan and his crew replace our roof this summer. Communication was very good throughout the job, very impressed with the work the crew and him did. We also had our front door replaced this winter. Again, top notch work as I’ve come to expect. I would highly recommend Jordan and his crew at Heyer Grounds."
Outdoor Kitchen
Retaining Wall
Dry River Bed
Wood Fire Pizza Oven
Response time6 hrs
Response rate91%
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

A perc test can take anywhere from one to eight hours to complete. The total time depends on factors like the amount of excavation required, the depth and width of the holes, and whether multiple test holes are needed. For a single hole, the process of filling it with water and monitoring the drainage rate usually takes less than an hour. Professionals can often complete the entire test in a single day. While it's possible to get results the same day, some companies may take a few days to provide the official report.

Depth is not a qualifying component of evacuation. Any human-made cut, cavity, or depression in the earth’s surface is considered excavation. The hole from excavation can be any size, shape, or depth. Excavation is used to create foundations, reservoirs, drainage ditches, and roads. Long, narrow excavations are called trenches and are often used for underground utilities.

You can bury underground electrical wire six inches deep—but only if you use a rigid metal electrical conduit. For rigid, non-metallic conduits, bury the wire at least 12 inches deep. If using an underground feeder cable rated for direct burial, you'll need to place it at least 18 inches deep, as it has no conduit for extra protection.

Generally, a trenchless sewer line is worth the cost. If your old system needs replacement, trenchless sewer repair or replacement can save you thousands on excavation costs. Every homeowner’s situation is different, but this method is definitely worth it in a lot of cases.

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

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